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Helping young Indigenous people achieve their goals

We believe that education is the key to closing the gap—which is why we’re striving to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people get the best chance at year 12 attainment.

Theresa Ardler

Founding Director

Nominee : Young Australian of the Year Award, 1998.

Winner : Alan Laughlin Perpetual Award”, Australian College of Educators.

Winner : Australian Council for Educational Leaders, outstanding Indigenous scholars in educational leadership.

Winner : Outstanding contribution to quality leadership “The New Indigenous Voice in Educational Leadership” scholarship.

  • Bachelor of Law (LLB)
  • Bachelor of Education
  • Associate Diploma Child Science
  • Master of Religious Education
  • Currently completing her PhD.

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Join us at the First People Project, where every contribution ignites change. Whether through mentoring, volunteering, or supporting our programs, your involvement directly empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth. Together, we can lift spirits and change lives. Get involved today and be part of creating a brighter future.

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